Following UFC 250, bantamweight competitor Aljamain Sterling said he plans to join Black Lives Matter protests in New York City, talked the importance of the protests and what he thinks it'll take for change can happen. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Amanda Nunes became the first, two-division UFC champion to successfully defend both of her titles after she earned a unanimous decision victory over Felicia Spencer at UFC 250. Former bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt knocked out Raphael Assuncao in the co-main event to rebound from three straight losses. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Nunes makes history at UFC 250, Conor McGregor retires -VIDEO

Amanda Nunes became the first fighter in UFC history to successfully defend both titles in two different divisions, but Conor McGregor attempted to steal her thunder on social media when he announced his retirement following UFC 250. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Vigil held in downtown Las Vegas - VIDEO

The Forced Trajectory Project conducted a vigil downtown on Saturday evening to honor those lost to police violence.

Alex Caceres says he needs to be a voice and leader after UFC win - VIDEO

UFC featherweight Alex Caceres took a unanimous decision win over Chase Hooper at UFC 250 and spoke about the example he wants to set for others and his community amid protests for Black Lives Matter taking place all over the world. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

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Volunteer drivers deliver restaurant-quality meals to those in need

Graffiti Bao, a restaurant, is partnering with Delivering with Dignity to provide restaurant-quality meals to those in need. (Bizuayehu Tesfaye/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @bizutesfaye

Black Lives Matter, anti-racism rally held in Las Vegas - Video

More than 1,000 people protested peacefully in the Historic Westside neighborhood of Las Vegas on Friday night for a Black Lives Matter rally and candlelight vigil for George Floyd and other black Americans who have died in confrontations with police.

Steven Williams, President of the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation speaks at a press conference about the creation of a free WiFi network to help underserved communities, followed by a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony.

UFC president Dana White on Las Vegas reopening, protests, and the global pandemic

At a media event during UFC 250 fight week, UFC president Dana White spoke about how the UFC is faring amid the coronavirus pandemic, what it was like to see Las Vegas reopen after being closed for 78 days and his thoughts on the George Floyd protests. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Gov. Sisolak tours casino property after reopening - Video

Gov. Steve Sisolak and Sandra Morgan, chairwoman of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, participated in a tour of the Wynn Las Vegas hotel-casino where they share their first thoughts on casinos reopening.

World War II vet reflects on current social unrest

Nono Zicari, a World War II veteran and D-Day survivor, reflects on the current Black Lives Matter protests. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Siegel Suites residents evacuated during fire - Video

A fire at Siegel Suites at 700 Las Vegas Blvd. North, near Bonanza Road, forced the evacuation of dozens of residents Friday morning, June 5. Approximately 60 residents were observed standing outside at 11 a.m. Four Las Vegas police officers suffered smoke inhalation as they knocked on doors, urging people to get out. (Glenn Puit/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Las Vegas police update on officer-involved shooting - Video

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford speaks on systemic racism - Video

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford talks about his 5-year-old son facing racism in the classroom and emphasizes that this is not about police training but systemic racism in police forces nationwide that needs to be addressed.

Gov. Sisolak and state leaders discuss recent protests and community relation improvements

Gov. Sisolak, alongside Nevada’s elected and community leaders. pledges to listen to the experiences of black Nevadans and to making change.

Judge sets $1 million bail for suspect in shooting of officer

Edgar Samaniego, the 20-year-old man accused of shooting Las Vegas police officer Shay Mikalonis during
the Black Lives Matter protests had bail set at $1 million by a Las Vegas judge.

UFC 250 staredowns - Video

Following the Friday weigh-ins for UFC 250, all 24 fighters faced off one last time before competing in the octagon on June 6 at the UFC Apex. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

UFC 250: Weigh-in Results - Video

All fighters competing at UFC 250 on June 6 at the UFC Apex made weight for the event on Friday. In the main event, Amanda Nunes will put her featherweight belt on the line against Felicia Spencer. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Wounded Las Vegas officer’s family thanks community for support - Video

The family of wounded Las Vegas police officer Shay Mikalonis issued a statement Friday morning thanking the community for support as a fundraising drive was announced.

Golden Knights changes under Peter DeBoer

Las Vegas Review-Journal's Golden Knights reporter Ben Gotz breaks down a few ways the team has changed since head coach Peter DeBoer took over earlier this year after Gerard Gallant's firing.

Kats hangs at Mayfair Supper Club as Bellagio reopens

Las Vegas Review-Journal man-about-town columnist John Katsilometes visits The Mayfair Supper Club at the Bellagio on the Strip in Las Vegas on the first night after reopening Thursday, June 4, 2020. (K.M. Cannon/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @KMCannonPhoto

Treasure Island reboots operations after coronavirus shutdown - Video

When casinos shut down, not only were tourists unseen on the Las Vegas Strip, but jobs were temporarily lost. Treasure Island took the months off to remodel and fix the property, adjusting the casino for COVID-19 norms. Now that they’re open again, management is slowly hiring back staff as guests return. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Treasure Island reboots operations after coronavirus shutdown - Video

When casinos shut down, not only were tourists unseen on the Las Vegas Strip, but jobs were temporarily lost. Treasure Island took the months off to remodel and fix the property, adjusting the casino for COVID-19 norms. Now that they’re open again, management is slowly hiring back staff as guests return. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Las Vegas Casinos Reopen Thursday - Video

Casinos on the Strip welcomed guests for the first time since March 17, when Gov. Steve Sisolak ordered them closed them due to the coronavirus pandemic.

George Floyd protesters march on the Las Vegas Strip

Las Vegas lounge streams live music - Video

Las Vegas Rock n Roll lounge Backstage Bar and Billiards is streaming live concerts as a way to keep workers employed and fans satisfied as Vegas returns to normalcy. (Ellen Schmidt/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

A look at Las Vegas openings downtown and on The Strip after 78 days of closure due to the pandemic.

Metro car on fire during BLM protests

Three Las Vegas men face federal arson charges after they were accused of setting a police car on fire during a protest in Las Vegas in May 2020, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. (Rio Lacanlale/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Guests and employees talk about Bellagio reopen

The MGM CEO and Bellagio employees and guests giving their thoughts on the resort's reopening. (Renee Summerour/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Downtown Las Vegas lights up at midnight - Video

Downtown Las Vegas casinos reopened to the public at 12:01 a.m. Thursday. Just before that, the Viva Vision screen at the Fremont Street Experience
popped off with digital fireworks for the crowd below. For a moment, it felt as if Las Vegas had never shut down.

Former UFC champ looks to reestablish himself in the bantamweight division - VIDEO

As former UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt prepares to face Raphael Assuncao at UFC 250 on June 6, he reflects on his past few years of competition and what he's done to improve his fight skills. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

The Orleans poker room opens

Poker room manager Garrett Okahara talks about the first day of reopening at The Orleans hotel-casino, safety, and the high turnout of players so far in the day on Thursday, June 4, 2020.

Las Vegans Pray for Shay - Video

Members of several churches showed their support for Metropolitan Police Department officer Shay Mikalonis.

Caesars Palace reopens with health and safety protocols in place

Sean McBurney, General Manager of Caesars Palace, talks about health and safety precautions the casino is taking for guests and employees.

Acting CEO of MGM Resorts International Bill Hornbuckle says the reopening of the Las Vegas has been "amazing."

Bellagio opens to guests - Video

Bellagio reopened its doors Thursday morning following the 78-day shutdown. Acting MGM Resorts CEO Bill Hornbuckle greeted the first guests as they walked through the doors.

Vegas Nation Blitz ep.5 | Henderson Bound

This week's guest is Las Vegas Raiders defensive lineman Maurice Hurst Jr.. Vegas Nation host Cassie Soto is joined by Raiders reporters Vinny Bonsignore and Adam Hill, Allegiant Stadium insider Mick Akers and Vegas Nation podcast host Heidi Fang and the team will have training camp in Henderson. The Raiders sound off on social media about the current protests around the country, and we give you a fresh look at the almost finished Allegiant Stadium. Will the season start on time?

Plaza ready for guests Thursday

The Plaza has established safeguards and practices for guests to prevent the spread of coronavirus as they prepare to open their doors Thursday. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Gilbert Burns established himself as a top contender in the welterweight division after dominating Tyron Woodley in the main event of UFC on ESPN 9 in Las Vegas. Heidi Fang and Adam Hill discuss his performance as well as Mackenzie Dern's win over Hannah Cifers. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Woodley says he'll remind fans who he is at UFC on ESPN 9 - Video

After losing his welterweight title in his last fight, Tyron Woodley returns from a 14-month hiatus to face Gilbert Burns at UFC on ESPN 9 on May 30. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

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DETR Director Heather Korbulic Press conference.

Bill Foley believes the Golden Knights will be fine in new playoff format - Video

Vegas Golden Knights Chairman and CEO Bill Foley said he believe his team will adjust just fine to the new playoff structure.

Welcome Henderson Silver Knights - Video

The Golden Knights’ new AHL team will be called the Henderson Silver Knights.

Nevada Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto has withdrawn her name for consideration as former Vice President Joe Biden’s running mate in the 2020 presidential election, she announced Thursday.

Southern Nevada parks and pools begin reopening - VIDEO

Local governments announced the reopening of parks and recreation facilities as Nevada enters Phase Two of its plan to return to normal after shutdowns caused by the coronavirus.

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Mackenzie Dern Looks to Rebound from First UFC Loss -Video

Mackenzie Dern, a fighter in the UFC's strawweight division, talks about suffering the first loss of her professional MMA career on Oct. 2019 and how ready she is to come back from it on May 30 at UFC on ESPN 9. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Camel spotted in Summerlin - Video

It wasn’t hump day, but it was a fine day to take a camel for a stroll and to entertain residents at Las Ventanas at Summerlin.

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Black Lives Matter protest aftermath in downtown Las Vegas - VIDEO

Locals then converged in the daylight downtown to clean up and see the aftermath following a second night of demonstrations and clashes between protesters and police, spurred by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody on Memorial Day.

Metro Police use tear gas on protesters downtown.

For a second consecutive day, a Black Lives Matter protest is underway in Las Vegas following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody. As tensions rose the Metro Police department used tear gas on those in the area.

Police firing tear gas near a McDonalds

As the second night of protests of the death of George Floyd carried into Sunday morning, protesters were shot with tear gas by police asking them to disperse.

National Guard deployed to protests in Reno

The city of Reno and Washoe County issued mandatory curfews Saturday night after Reno City Hall was damaged and looted during protests over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody.

VIDEO: Protesters smash window at downtown Las Vegas Building

Despite a few attempts to stop the crowd from doing so, protesters begin to spray paint and smash the windows of a downtown Las Vegas building.

About 100 people gathered to protest Sunday night near Downtown Summerlin. The event was mostly peaceful - aside from officers on scene rushing the crowd once about an hour into the protest.

Golden Knights changes under Peter DeBoer

Las Vegas Review-Journal's Golden Knights reporter Ben Gotz breaks down a few ways the team has changed since head coach Peter DeBoer took over earlier this year after Gerard Gallant's firing.

George Floyd protesters march on the Las Vegas Strip

Vegas Nation Blitz ep.5 | Henderson Bound

This week's guest is Las Vegas Raiders defensive lineman Maurice Hurst Jr.. Vegas Nation host Cassie Soto is joined by Raiders reporters Vinny Bonsignore and Adam Hill, Allegiant Stadium insider Mick Akers and Vegas Nation podcast host Heidi Fang and the team will have training camp in Henderson. The Raiders sound off on social media about the current protests around the country, and we give you a fresh look at the almost finished Allegiant Stadium. Will the season start on time?

Former UFC champ looks to reestablish himself in the bantamweight division - VIDEO

As former UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt prepares to face Raphael Assuncao at UFC 250 on June 6, he reflects on his past few years of competition and what he's done to improve his fight skills. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Plaza ready for guests Thursday

The Plaza has established safeguards and practices for guests to prevent the spread of coronavirus as they prepare to open their doors Thursday. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

The Strat shows off its preparations for reopening on Thursday after being closed due to the coronavirus.

Raiders are in the process of completing their move to Las Vegas - Video

The Raiders are in the process of completing their move to Las Vegas. T-Mobile Arena is home to the Golden Knights and potential future NBA team. NBA commissioner Adam Silver doesn't appear to be in any hurry to expand. Seattle likely would be the NBA's top target for a new team. Commissioner Rob Manfred has touted Las Vegas as possible future MLB home. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Treasure Island reboots operations after coronavirus shutdown - Video

When casinos shut down, not only were tourists unseen on the Las Vegas Strip, but jobs were temporarily lost. Treasure Island took the months off to remodel and fix the property, adjusting the casino for COVID-19 norms. Now that they’re open again, management is slowly hiring back staff as guests return. (Rachel Aston/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Rebel store looted

The manager of a Rebel gas station talks about looting at the Tropicana and Koval store over the weekend. (Glenn Puit/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Clark County Sheriff Joe Lombardo and members of Metro Multicultural Advisory Committee speak at Metropolitan Police Department headquarters in Las Vegas ahead of a planned Black Lives Matter protest Saturday, May 30, 2020. The protest is in reaction to the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody. (K.M. Cannon/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @KMCannonPhoto

Gilbert Burns established himself as a top contender in the welterweight division after dominating Tyron Woodley in the main event of UFC on ESPN 9 in Las Vegas. Heidi Fang and Adam Hill discuss his performance as well as Mackenzie Dern's win over Hannah Cifers. (Heidi Fang/Las Vegas Review-Journal)

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